ushernet Chapter 335 Harvesting A-Rank Keywords
Chapter 335 Harvesting A-Rank Keywords
Goldras slowly flew back, the tiny crack on its chest healing visibly as silver light flowed around it. It gazed at its sister, whose breath was weak yet whose eyes held a stubborn glint, its dark golden beastly pupils churning with emotion.
A sense of relief, pride, solemnity, and a hint of dread as those who come after are eagerly catching up.
It let out a low growl, its voice deep and calm, conveying a complex message through mental fluctuations: You are very strong now.
Hilbagon gasped for breath, trying to straighten its body, but the trembling of its limbs betrayed its weakness. It shook its somewhat dizzy head, struggling to concentrate as it replied, "Sister...you, you held back!" It was indignant, but it also knew that if its sister hadn't ultimately chosen to fight head-on and continue the hit-and-run tactics to wear it down, it probably wouldn't have been able to maintain its berserk state for long before exhausting itself.
“This isn’t about holding back.” Lin Yeming’s voice came in at the right moment. He floated closer and his gaze swept over the two giant beasts like a scanner. “Goldras wants to personally experience the ‘upper limit’ and ‘characteristics’ of your power.”
Such mages are often skilled at calculation and evasion, but sometimes they also need to face the most threatening types of impacts and improve their defensive models.
This collision was a burst of explosive power for you, but for it, it's invaluable data.
Goldras nodded slightly, confirming Lin Yeming's judgment.
It looked at Silvergun and pointed out the problem: "This state cannot be used frequently. Although it can injure the enemy, it is too easy to injure yourself."
Hilbargon seemed to understand, but he could sense the concern in his sister's words, and his agitated emotions calmed down a bit. He gave a soft "hmm".
Goldras could only continue to explain: "This kind of battle tactic, which inflicts a thousand damage on the enemy but eight hundred on yourself, is best used when you have a good recovery ability."
"Although our race possesses natural physique and strength, we are lacking in speed and combat skills."
At this moment, Hilbagun finally understood that her sister wanted to tell her that she couldn't just blindly imitate Lin Yeming's fighting style; she should have her own ideas.
She nodded firmly and transformed her body to human size.
Lin Yeming patted Hilbagon on the shoulder, and a gentle stream of spiritual energy flowed over it, slightly relieving its fatigue and confusion.
"Go back and get some rest, and process today's battle. You've grown very quickly, but you need to take things one step at a time."
He then turned to Goldras: "You also need a close, even slightly disadvantageous, battle to stimulate your potential. Hilbargon did the first step today. Next, I will find more diverse and stronger opponent data for you to simulate battles against."
A glint of silver light flashed in Goldras's eyes, conveying a clear fighting spirit and expectation.
After arranging things for his two sisters, Lin Yeming turned his attention back to himself.
With a thought, the system panel unfolded before my eyes, and the information on the entries that had been upgraded to level B appeared one by one.
Phantom Clone (Rank C): Uses energy to create a phantom clone, which disappears immediately after releasing an ability. Note that this ability is completely random.
Phantom Clone (Rank B): Uses energy to create a phantom clone. It can be designated to a specific form and disappears immediately after the ability is released. The clone's aura is completely identical to the original.
Electric Shock Ray (Rank C): Fires a blue light beam that inflicts paralysis upon impact.
Electric Shock Ray (Rank B): Fires a series of blue light projectiles that inflict paralysis upon impact.
Hypnotic Beam (Grade C): It can emit a ring-shaped hypnotic wave to induce hypnosis.
Hypnotic Beams (Grade B): These emit circular hypnotic waves to induce hypnosis, resulting in a longer hypnotic duration.
High-speed flight (Class C): After switching to aerial mode, the flight speed increases by Mach 6.
High-speed flight (Class B): Increases flight speed by Mach 2, or Mach 6 if in the air.
Lin Yeming carefully compared the C-level version in his memory with the description of the B-level version in front of him, and his understanding deepened.
"I see... It's not just about numerical improvements, but also about the evolution of mechanisms and concepts."
The phantom clone has transformed from a completely random, easily destroyed "one-time harassment tool" into a "tactical decoy or assault unit" whose form, abilities, and aura are identical to the original. The difference between these two is like heaven and earth.
At Rank C, you can only rely on luck, but at Rank B, you can carefully design tactics, such as creating a clone holding an [Electric Shock Ray] or [Hypnotic Ray] for remote control, or simply mimicking one of your own forms to launch a feint attack.
The key is to maintain a consistent aura, which can deceive many opponents who rely on their senses at crucial moments.
The electric shock beam has changed from a single shot to continuous fire, meaning it has shifted from "point control" to "suppression" or "area control." This significantly enhances its effectiveness when facing multiple enemies or when a target needs to be continuously paralyzed.
Hypnotic light can prolong the hypnotic duration. This seemingly simple enhancement may actually determine whether it temporarily controls the opponent to buy a few seconds of time, or whether it can put them into a deep enough sleep to completely eliminate the threat.
And high-speed flight...
Lin Yeming's gaze fell on this entry, and his heart stirred with emotion.
The description of Class C is "After switching to Aerial Form, the flight speed increases by Mach 6." This means that it is more like an "additional bonus" after a form switch, or in other words, it is strictly dependent on the "Aerial Form" as the prerequisite form. Its essence may be closer to "gaining an extra speed boost by utilizing the characteristics of Aerial Form."
However, the description for Class B has changed: "Increases flight speed by Mach 2, or Mach 6 for the aerial version."
The key difference here is that it has become a separate, permanent base speed boost!
Even when not in his aerial form, he gains a base flight speed boost of Mach 2. When switching to his specially optimized aerial form, this boost amplifies to Mach 6. This isn't just about being "faster"; it means his base maneuverability is permanently and comprehensively enhanced.
Not to mention, this entry is currently only a B-level entry; there are A-level entries, S-level entries, and even its highest level, SA-level entries.
It's important to know that once you reach the A-level keyword level, the improvement in the keyword's effect is enormous.
Lin Yeming closed the panel, the new possibilities brought by the B-level affixes swirling and combining in his mind, evolving into numerous tactical prototypes. While the increase in power was certainly welcome, the key was how to integrate it into his own combat system to achieve a synergistic effect greater than the sum of its parts.
“It seems the training plan needs to be adjusted accordingly,” he muttered to himself, his gaze sweeping over Hilbagun, who was calming his breathing, and Goldras, who stood in deep thought.
Although Hilbagun heeded her sister's advice and Lin Yeming's arrangements, her competitive spirit and eagerness to prove herself still burned in her eyes. She shook her still slightly sore and numb arms and looked at Lin Yeming: "Then...when can I fight my sister again? Next time, next time I'm sure I can last longer!"
Goldras muttered, with a hint of helplessness and seriousness: "Fighting is not about 'perseverance.' Reckless strength will only create openings. As I just said, in your state, you are almost defenseless."
“I know!” Hilbagun raised her voice, then lowered her head somewhat dejectedly. “But… if I don’t get stronger, how can I catch up with my sister, how can I help you and Lin Yeming?” She wasn’t unaware of her shortcomings, but her previous fighting style was simple and direct, and she was used to overcoming skill with brute force. Suddenly having to change it made her feel awkward and confused.
Lin Yeming walked up to her, his gaze calm yet carrying a convincing power: "Changing your fighting style is not a denial of your power. On the contrary, it's to allow your power to be exerted more effectively and sustainably, reducing unnecessary losses and self-harm." He paused, the application plan for the new term gradually becoming clear in his mind.
"Alright, starting tomorrow, in addition to basic strength control and endurance training, I will use the new 'Phantom Clone' ability to arrange some special combat training for you."
Hilbargon's eyes lit up: "Phantom clone? Is that the ability that can create another version of you? It's been upgraded?"
“That’s right.” Lin Yeming nodded. “The Phantom Clone can be designated to use a specific ability of one of my forms, and its aura is consistent with my main body. This means that I can create clones with different fighting styles to fight against you.”
He looked at Goldras: "Your training can also incorporate this element. I will access more types of 'opponent' data templates through the system, not just monsters, but also possibly some special aliens, mechanical creations, and even energy life forms' combat modes, generating corresponding phantoms to simulate battles with you. I will control the strength of these phantoms to be similar to or slightly higher than yours, with the focus on letting you experience different attack methods and tactical thinking."
Goldras's eyes gleamed with silver light, and it nodded heavily, conveying intense anticipation. It craved knowledge and the challenge of facing the unknown; this simulated battle based on massive amounts of data was precisely the whetstone it needed most at the moment.
"What about me? What about me?" Hilbargon asked eagerly.
“Your training will be more ‘specific’,” Lin Yeming explained. “Initially, I will have my clones simulate opponents who are skilled in hit-and-run tactics, are fast, or possess special control abilities. What you need to do is not to blindly unleash brute force to chase and attack, but to learn to anticipate, block, and rhythmically allocate your stamina while attacking. Remember, your goal is to ‘deal with’ the illusion, not to ‘hit’ it. When you can hit or even destroy these illusions in prolonged combat with minimal consumption and personal damage, your progress will be tangibly visible.”
Hilbargon seemed to understand, but upon hearing that he could "fight," he nodded vigorously: "Okay! I'll definitely smash those phantoms to pieces!"
Goldras lightly brushed his sister's leg with his tail, a subtle reminder. Hilbargon shrank back, then changed his tune, "Uh... I mean, I'll try to defeat them in a smarter way!"
Lin Yeming smiled and said to Goldras, "Keep an eye on her too. Data analysis is your strength. While you're observing her training, you can help her identify habitual weaknesses and wasted energy in her attack patterns."
Goldras nodded, his gaze towards his sister now carrying a more earnest, "tutoring" quality. Sisters united are a powerful force, but only if they're on the right track.
“As for now,” Lin Yeming sensed the energy surging within him, now more fluid and balanced due to the upgrade of his abilities, “let’s go back first. Hilbargon needs deep rest and recovery. Goldras, you also need to organize the data obtained from today’s combat. And I still need to make some preparations.”
Lin Yeming wisely refrained from disturbing the sisters' reunion. After the three of them left the desolate planet, they each went about their own business.
He may not have forgotten why he upgraded the entry in the first place.
It's preparation for the formidable enemy to come.
It's time to use the random upgrade permissions.
You can now choose to upgrade using random terms.
【Should we use it immediately?】
"use!"
[Using random upgrade...]
Lin Yeming rubbed his hands together expectantly. There were dozens of entries below Grade A, and he wouldn't lose out no matter which one he randomly got.
[Random success! Your entry has been upgraded to Level A.]
[High-speed flight (Level A): Increases flight speed by Mach 6.]
High-speed flight was the first keyword he acquired in Melba, but after so much time, he has only upgraded to A-level, and just as he guessed, the keyword that reached A-level underwent a transformation.
Don't underestimate this small difference; the difference is huge.
As is well known, Ultraman Naga's form switching is derived from Ultraman Tiga, and Ultraman Tiga's form can be transformed proportionally.
Compared to its previous state, the speed improvement is astonishing.
Under normal circumstances, Ultraman Naga's flight speed is Mach 5, but now it is Mach 11.
If switched to the powerful form, Ultraman Naga's flight speed reaches a full Mach 6.6, while the aerial form is even more exaggerated, reaching a speed of Mach 15.4, an extra Mach 3.4.
Keep in mind that Ultraman Tiga's Power Type only has a flight speed of Mach 3, so this is equivalent to having an extra speed with some margin.
According to TPC's database, Melba's flight speed was only Mach 6.
To give a simpler example, Ultraman Max, who is hailed as the fastest and strongest, only has a flight speed of Mach 9.9.
Even though Ultraman Fuma is known for his speed, he only reaches Mach 15.
In terms of speed, in combat, Naga doesn't even need to switch to aerial form to fight in power form.
Lin Yeming imagined that the members of the Victory Team would be completely dumbfounded when they saw the red form moving so fast.
Especially Daigo.
Speaking of Daigo, he also felt helpless.
He works so hard, but it's just that Daigo has such poor initiative.
To put it bluntly, he was just too resistant to transforming into Ultraman Tiga.
This is also reflected in the theatrical version.
Perhaps it's due to the difference in nationality, but the Chinese people are actually quite accepting of heroes.
After all, throughout China's five thousand years of history, there have been countless heroes, including many great heroes who turned the tide and saved the nation from collapse.